Job Description

Tiered Approach

In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:

• Tier 0 UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
• Tier 1 Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
• Tier 2 UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
• Tier 3 or no tier indicated All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates

Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.

Office/Unit/Project Description

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet.

UNDP’s Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (PAPP) derives its mandate from United Nations General Assembly Resolution 33/147 of 20 December 1978. Called upon by United Nations Member States in that year, UNDP was requested “to improve the economic and social conditions of the Palestinian people by identifying their social and economic needs and by establishing concrete projects to that end”.

UNDP’s Palestinian Programmatic Framework (PPF) 2023-2027sets out a vision of “a world in which all Palestinians can enjoy a dignified life and fulfil their own vision of a unified, peaceful and free society”. The PPF is centered around the concept of “Transformative Resilience” and its three elements: a cohesive Palestinian identity, self-reliance, and ownership and leadership.

Over the next three years, UNDP/PAPP will build on its experiences and achievements to make critical contributions to the priorities defined by the Palestinian national development plans and the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), through interventions in three programmatic priority areas: i) democratic governance and quality services; ii) inclusive economic opportunities; iii) sustainable natural resources management.

In partnership with Palestinian institutions, civil society, communities and donors, UNDP’s goal is to empower the Palestinian People to establish a viable State that can realize the right to development for its people and support their socio-economic resilience. As part of the ongoing efforts, UNDP/PAPP is currently supporting the East Jerusalem Hospital Network (EJHN) to improve and develop the hospitals' infrastructure through civil works and remodeling interventions under the project titled "Strengthen the Capacity of East Jerusalem Hospitals, Expand Health Care Services, and Improve Financial Sustainability."

Scope of Work

The Project Engineer will be required to manage the following specific functions:

1.Ensure effective supervision of the design, tendering, implementation, and closure of infrastructure projects.

• Preparation/ review of project’s tender documents including Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and verification of prices based on market survey.
• Follow up on the tenders, assist in technical analysis and review relevant evaluation reports.
• Field technical engineering follow up on site implementation and progress.
• Arrange weekly meetings with the contractors and draft Minutes of meetings.
• Review field inspection reports throughout the lifecycle of the project.
• Assist the Project Manager in the drafting and issuance of tenders, budgets, cash flows, and preliminary schedules.
• Follow up on project schedule prepared and updated by contractors including coordination of activities and solving site problems.
• Assist the project team in the approval of materials and follow up on the installation of the approved materials.
• Follow up on the daily site activities and leading site engineers to maintain: Daily, weekly, and monthly reports about the development of works at the site and records of the contractor’s site personnel.
• Supervision and monitoring of physical and financial progress against the set work plan including reviewing all workshop drawings and the as-built drawings.
• Prepare variation orders and review relevant details with the contractor before submission for review and approval of the project manager.
• Prepare the payment certificates and updates on site measurements versus BOQ on weekly basis.
• Follow up on all the required tests for materials, concrete, or equipment, and report on any testing result under the minimum requested level upon the technical specifications, and line with the local requirements.
• Effective monitoring of access of materials, storage, and distribution of coordinated materials during the project construction.
• Proper filing of documents and records related to the project including approval of materials.
• Prepare substantial completion certificates and ensure all required project close out documents are obtained.

2.Provide quality assurance and ensure compliance for technical aspects of the project.

• Monitor and ensure that safety precautions are implemented and followed including close monitoring of the safety measures and labor (including preventing child labor) for the different sites, as well as following up on the project risks and issues and providing solutions where applicable; update the status of project risks and issues by maintaining the logs.
• Identify changes and challenges in the external environment and promptly suggest necessary actions/corrective measures.
• Monitor and ensure relevant gender mainstreaming considerations are embedded in project activities.
• Ensure project implementation is in compliance with UNDP Rules and Regulations.
• Liaise with stakeholders and relevant authorities to ensure proper implementation of the project and to obtain any necessary permits.

3.Prepare and assist in the finalization of reporting requirements, filing system and communication material related to the infrastructure projects.

• Handle correspondence and ensure the filing system is maintained and updated properly.
• Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories to contribute to learning.
• Monitor project implementation against the established indicators in coordination with the RBM Team.
• Support the development of communication and visibility materials in coordination with implementing. partners and UNDP’s communication team.
• Ensure that all donor branding and visibility requirements are fulfilled.

4. Facilitate knowledge sharing

• Identify, synthesize and document best practices and lessons learned that are generated from the project and implementing partners.

The incumbent performs any other duties agreed to within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Institutional Arrangement

Under the guidance of the Programme Specialist and direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Project Engineer will be working on the targeted hospital facilities in East Jerusalem as a key member of the Project Implementation Unit working closely with the other Engineers.

Competencies

Core Achieve Results:

LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 1: Opento creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver,

makes improvements

Learn Continuously:

LEVEL 1: Open mindedand curious, sharesknowledge, learns frommistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility:

LEVEL 1: Adaptsto change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is

flexible

Act with Determination:

LEVEL 1: Shows driveand motivation, able to deliver calmly in faceof adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms

positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

ThematicArea

Name

Definition

Business Direction and Strategy

Effective Decision Making

Take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in

line with one's authority, area of expertise and

resources and take into consideration potential

wider implications.

Business Direction and Strategy

Negotiation and Influence

Reach a common understanding/agreement,

persuade others, resolve points of difference

through a dialogue, negotiate mutually acceptable

solutions and create ‘win-win’ situations.

Business Management

Project Management

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control

resources, procedures and protocols to achieve

specific goals

Business Management

Partnership Management

Build and maintain partnerships with wide

networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil

society and private sector partners, experts and

others in line with UNDP strategy and policies

Operations

Building, facilities & office space management

Knowledge and ability to facilitate

the renovation and upgrade of

offices including review of complex

engineering/architectural drawings;

negotiate technical agreements to

ensure fully operational building

infrastructure and services; design

policy & procedure (POPP) for

premises and facilities including

space standards; manage

premises and facilities; validate

financial statement notes on

leasehold data

Business Management

Monitoring & Evaluation

Ability to systematically monitor results of

strategies, programmes, and activities with a view

to make sure that they are being implemented

effectively; Ability to provide managers and key

stakeholders with regular feedback and reporting

on the consistency or discrepancy between

planned activities and programme management

and results.

Ability to make independent judgment of the

management and results of strategies,

programmes and activities based on set criteria

and benchmark, keeping in mind the needs and

concerns of client, current and upcoming.

Knowledge and understanding of monitoring and

evaluation frameworks, concepts, methodologies,

systems, processes, and tools. Ability to make an

independent judgement based on set criteria and

benchmarks. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming

needs and concerns

Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA

Min. Education requirements

Secondary Education is required. Or

A university degree (bachelor´s degree) in Civil Engineering will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.

Min. years of relevant work experience

Minimum of 7 years (with High SchoolDiploma) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in supervising similar civil construction projects including health and public buildings.

Requiredskills

• Experience in the environmental requirements in construction of public buildings.
• Experience in AutoCAD drafting and drawings
• Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Project planning software.
• Proven experience in project/construction planning.
• Professional experience in reports writing, email writing, preparation of Meetings minutes, etc.

Desiredskills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section

• Experience and knowledge of the localrules and regulations for construction in East Jerusalem.
• Demonstrated experience in site supervision.
• Certification in health and safety forinfrastructure projects
• Experience in quantity surveying and construction measurement
• Familiarity with UN and/or UNDPprocedures

Required Language(s)

• Fluency in both Englishand Arabic is required.
• Knowledge of the Hebrewlanguage is an asset.

Professional Certificates

Valid membership in Local or International Engineering Association is required.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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